Religions Values and Peak Experiences Abraham Maslow 1st Edition 1964 Hardcover For Sale

✦ Welcome to Shroud & Shadow ✦Purveyors of rare relics and dark lifestyle.Up for acquisition is a mid-century academic talisman of psychological and spiritual philosophy: an authentic vintage clothbound first edition printing of \"Religions, Values, and Peak-Experiences\" by the monumental thinker Abraham H. Maslow. Carefully curated for our boutique, this profound volume seamlessly channels the quiet, intellectual intensity of a secluded dark academia library alcove or a gothic study archive.THE DESIGN:Bound in a striking, minimalist textured book cloth, this vertical volume features a uniquely faded, moody palette of dusty rose and muted mauve. The face and spine feature deeply tactile, debossed typography that catches low ambient light beautifully. Originally authorized and copyrighted in 1964 by the honor society Kappa Delta Pi, the interior title page bears the official historic stamp of the Library of Congress (Catalogue Card Number: 64-23886), marking it as an authentic archive artifact rather than a modern, uninspired reprint.DARK LIFESTYLE PROP & ACCENT IDEAS:• A foundational focal piece to elevate a dark academic bookshelf array, an occult study, or an antiquarian library display.
• Position it flat on a ritual altar or entryway sideboard as a dramatic, high-contrast riser for displaying antique rings, bone collections, or crystal towers.
• An exceptional graphic backdrop for fine art photography, tarot spreads, or candlelit vignette arrangements.THE CURIO HALLMARK:Originally published to bridge the gap between empirical science and the transcendent human experience, this 1964 printing stands as a monument to mid-century existential thought. The stark, sophisticated contrast of its weathered rose textile binding against dark green walls, heavy mahogany wood, or flickering candlelight makes it an outstanding acquisition piece for collectors of historic gothic maximalism and intellectual curios.DIMENSIONS:• Silhouette: Standard Hardcover / Mid-Century Philosophy Volume
• Materials: Textured Book Cloth, Heavy Book Board, & Aged Paper Stock
• Pagination: 1964 First Edition Printing (Kappa Delta Pi / LC 64-23886)CONDITION REPORT:Excellent vintage condition. The heavy clothbound casing remains completely solid with beautiful structural integrity, sharp corners, and a firm, unbroken spine. The internal pages are tightly bound and feature sparse, authentic pencil underlines within the text—historic academic markings that add to its character as a studied text rather than detracting from its appeal. Displays a gentle surface handling patina and light historic sun-fading across the textile binding that only deepens its academic charm. Please view all high-resolution photos under studio lighting to fully assess cosmetic details.SHIPPING & PACKAGING:At Shroud & Shadow, we treat rare relics with care. This substantial volume will be wrapped securely, heavily cushioned in multi-layered protective bubble insulation, and shipped in a sturdy box to guarantee a flawless, unbroken journey to your crypt. Fully tracked and insured shipping provided.